Nikon S32 vs Olympus SZ-15

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S32 versus Olympus SZ-15, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and SZ-15 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S32 was manufactured 8 months after the SZ-15 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S32 matches up against the SZ-15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Olympus SZ-15. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 offers exterior measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S32 versus Olympus SZ-15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S32 and the SZ-15.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S32 and SZ-15 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and SZ-15.

To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S32 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Olympus SZ-15 will provide more detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S32 will have an edge in sensor technology.